Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Summit Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Summit Charter's student population of 315 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Charter is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
22%
White
74%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Summit Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Charter's ranking?
Summit Charter is ranked #827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Summit Charter often compared to?
Summit Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge School, Highlands School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Charter?
The graduation rate of Summit Charter is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Summit Charter?
315 students attend Summit Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Summit Charter students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Charter?
Summit Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Charter offer ?
Summit Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Charter part of?
Summit Charter is part of Summit Charter School District.
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